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FAQ
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FAQ
Below you will find answers to all of your questions. If your question isn’t listed below, please email us or contact our team on (707) 575-7900.
How can I become a member of the Air Museum?
We offer a variety of membership levels, including family, student and veteran membership options. Read all about our membership rates here.
How do I become a volunteer?
Pacific Coast Air Museum is a non-profit run primarily by volunteers. We rely on lots of individuals contributing their time, knowledge and skills to operate the museum and a large number of events. Click here to inquire about volunteering.
Where is the Pacific Coast Air Museum?
The Pacific Coast Air Museum is located at:
One Air Museum Way
Santa Rosa, CA 95403
At N. Laughlin Road and Becker Blvd.
We are on the east side of the Charles M. Schulz – Sonoma County Airport, about five miles north of Santa Rosa off Highway 101. Take the Airport Blvd exit and go west about one mile, turn left on Laughlin Blvd., then right on Becker Blvd.
When is the Air Museum open?
Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
The Museum is closed on major holidays, the three days prior to the annual Wings Over Wine Country Air Show, and during the annual Wings Over Wine Country Air Show.
How much is admission to the museum?
Recommended donations for entry are:
Adult: $10
Senior (65+): $7
Youth (6-17): $5
Child (5 & Under): Free
Military: Free (with official active/retired cards – not VA)
Group up to 7 members: $30
Members of the Pacific Coast Air Museum get in FREE. Become a member today!
What other exhibits do you have at the Museum?
We have exhibits that display aviation history and tell the story of the World War II era Santa Rosa Army Air Field, the Santa Rosa Naval Air Center and the history of aviation in Sonoma County. We have a large number of aircraft models and dioramas on display. We also have a 3D Virtual Reality flight simulator you can “fly” for an additional charge.
Do you have educational programs?
Yes. We conduct school tours, have an annual Aviation Summer School, conduct Boy Scout Aviation Merit Badge programs and can arrange special tours for groups. Visit our educational programs page for more information.
Are pets allowed at the Air Museum?
Only guide dogs and certified companion animals are allowed; absolutely no other animals.
Are food and drink available?
Soft drinks are available through vending machines. Although there is no food available for sale at the museum, picnic lunches are welcome at the museum. We have an outdoor seating area that is available on a first-come-first-serve basis.
Do you have a Facebook Fan Page or an Instagram Account?
Yes! Connect with us on Facebook and Instagram for all the latest news, events and announcements.
What about parking?
There is plenty of free parking outside the Air Museum building and along Becker Boulevard.
What about handicap parking?
Handicap parking is directly outside the Air Museum building.
Is the Air Museum wheelchair accessible?
Yes. The Museum and grounds are all on one level. The Museum is easily accessible to those who use wheelchairs, walkers, and other assistance devices. Museum pathways are hard-packed gravel and are easily traversed by wheelchairs. Simple restrooms are available, including one that is wheelchair accessible.
The Museum also keeps one unpowered wheelchair on hand to lend to visitors.
Is there public transportation to the Air Museum?
Yes. Sonoma County Transit has bus service from various locations in Sonoma County.
For information call 707-576-7433 or 800-345-7433.
What kind of airplanes do you have at the Air Museum?
We have approximately 35 restored aircraft, mainly Cold War and Vietnam era aircraft, with some dating back to the Korean War and others that were in service until just a few years ago. To see all of our aircraft, visit our aircraft pages on this website.
Can we climb aboard the airplanes?
Sometimes. During our monthly Open Cockpit weekends and annual Wings Over Wine Country Air Show we open selected aircraft so you can look inside, and you can even climb aboard and sit inside some of them! Check out our Open Cockpit page.
Can I have my child’s birthday party at the Air Museum?
Yes. For further information, please visit our facility rental page.
Is smoking permitted?
No. By Federal regulation, smoking is forbidden anywhere on airport property except in specially designated areas.
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10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
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